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There are so many reasons to get excited about living in Indianapolis: a thriving arts and culture scene, artisan food, world-class sporting events, walkability, a growing commitment to public transportation, and lots of beautiful, affordable neighborhoods.

It’s all happening in the capital city of Indiana, a city with great jobs for teachers where improving education is at the forefront of public policy. Indianapolis is a place where you have the opportunity to find the right school for your teaching style, and lots of chances to engage with other passionate educators.

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Learn about local events, restaurants, museums, and more that make our city an incredible place to live!

Art, Food, Culture

THE CANAL AND WHITE RIVER STATE PARK

  • The Indianapolis Zoo – The Indianapolis Zoo is located in White River State Park, housing more than 3,800 animals of more than 320 species and subspecies.
  • NCAA Hall of Champions – The NCAA Hall of Champions is a museum, exhibition center, and conference center that is located adjacent to the national office of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
  • Indiana State Museum – The museum houses exhibits on the science, art, culture, and history of Indiana from prehistoric times up to the present day. The museum is also the site of the state’s largest IMAX screen.
  • Victory Field – Victory Field is a minor league ballpark and home to the Indianapolis Indians of the International League.
  • Eiteljorg Museum – The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art houses an extensive collection of visual arts by indigenous peoples of the Americas, as well as Western American paintings and sculptures collected by businessman and philanthropist Harrison Eiteljorg (1903–1997). The museum houses one of the finest collections of Native contemporary art in the world.

FOUNTAIN SQUARE

  • Action Duckpin Bowl & Atomic Bowl Duckpin – The only Duckpin Bowling Alleys in the Midwest are set in the heart of the Fountain Square Cultural District. Action Duckpin Bowl on the fourth floor of the Fountain Square Theatre Building has eight duckpin lanes, a billiard table, spectacular view of the city, and an authentic 1930s decor.
  • The HiFi – HI-FI is a 400 capacity concert and special events venue located in Murphy Art Center, in the heart of Fountain Square. HI-FI is highly regarded by fans as one of the most premium and intimate concert experiences in the Midwest.

MASS AVE

  • Athenaeum & Rathskeller – The Athenæum is the most ornate and best-preserved building affiliated with the German American community of Indianapolis. Once used as a German American Turnverein and clubhouse, it currently houses many groups, organizations, and businesses.
  • The Murat Theatre at the Old National Centre – The Old National Centre, is formerly known as the Murat Shrine Temple and the Murat Shrine Center. The theater portion of the building (now known as the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre) houses the oldest stage house in downtown Indianapolis that is still standing today.

INDIANA AVENUE

  • Madam Walker Legacy Theater – The Madam C. J. Walker Building was built in 1927 and was named in honor of Madam C. J. Walker, the African American hair care and beauty products entrepreneur who founded the Madam C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company. The restored building, which includes African, Egyptian, and Moorish designs, is one of the few remaining African-Art Deco buildings in the United States.
  • Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library – The Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library is dedicated to championing the literary, artistic, and cultural contributions of the late writer, artist, and Indianapolis native Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

WHOLESALE DISTRICT

  • Circle Centre Mall – Circle Centre Mall is an indoor shopping mall located in Downtown Indianapolis.
  • Indianapolis Artsgarden – The Indianapolis Artsgarden is a glassed dome spanning the intersection of Washington and Illinois streets in downtown Indianapolis. It serves not only as a pedestrian connector between the Circle Centre Mall and nearby buildings, but also as a venue for the display and performance of artistic and musical works.
  • Indiana Repertory Theatre – Indiana Repertory Theatre, frequently abbreviated IRT, is a professional regional theatre that began as a genuine repertory theatre with its casts performing in multiple shows at once.

BROAD RIPPLE VILLAGE

  • LUNA Music – LUNA music is a 25-year old, full-service Vinyl LP/CD/Cassette shop, stocking new and pre-loved titles. Voted BEST RECORD SHOP eight years in a row by NUVO Newsweekly, Best Record Shop by Indianapolis Monthly, and recently featured in TIME OUT as one of the “24 BEST THINGS TO DO IN INDIANAPOLIS” and The New York Times as an “ESSENTIAL SPOT.”
  • The Vogue Theater & Nightclub – The Vogue Theater in Indianapolis is one of the most popular and storied music venues in the Midwest. The Vogue opened as a movie theater on June 18, 1938. Through the next 3 decades, The Vogue was one of the premier movie houses in the Midwest. On December 31, 1977, The Vogue opened as a nightclub. Since the late 70’s, The Vogue has continuously been considered the top nightspot in Indianapolis.